locust

• Nom désignant un type de criquet migrateur des régions chaudes, connu pour former d'importants essaims capables de causer des dégâts considérables aux cultures ; il désigne aussi le bois dur de certaines espèces d'arbres appelés « locust » ou ces arbres eux-mêmes.

A noun referring to a type of migratory grasshopper found in warm regions, known for forming large swarms that can cause extensive damage to crops; also refers to the hardwood from certain locust trees or the trees themselves.

1. Migratory grasshopperB1formalscientific

   A type of grasshopper that migrates in large swarms, often causing extensive damage to crops and vegetation.

   Criquet migrateur

   • A swarm of locusts descended on the farmland, destroying the harvest.
   • Farmers are worried about the locust invasion this season.
   • Locusts can travel hundreds of miles in search of food.

2. Locust tree woodC1formaltechnical

   Hard, durable wood obtained from trees of the genus Robinia or Gleditsia, often used for furniture and fencing.

   Bois de robinier (ou de févier)

   • The fence was built from locust wood because of its resistance to rot.
   • Locust wood is prized for its strength and longevity.
   • They used locust timber for the outdoor deck.

3. Locust treeC1formalscientific

   Any of various hardwood trees belonging to the legume family, such as the black locust or honey locust.

   Févier (arbre)

   • The black locust tree produces fragrant white flowers in spring.
   • Honey locust trees are often planted in urban areas for shade.
   • Locust trees are known for their fast growth and hard wood.